"So, guess what my mama is growing in our kitchen . . . " << This was my son's opening line for a presentation he recently gave at our homeschool co-op, and since the subject of this article is healing mushrooms I'll bet you can guess what he said: reishi and lion's mane. If I've done nothing else as a parent, I have [...] Continue Reading
Black Friday Deals for Healthy Living 2021
Although I love a good deal anytime, this year I'm more excited than usual to snag gifts and favorite everyday items at steep discounts. My goal is give thoughtfully, restock on personal and household essentials, and support companies I love while saving money. If you've got the same goals, here are some deals on some of my favorite healthy [...] Continue Reading
Snickerdoodle Cookies Recipe (Gluten-Free)
Soft, chewy and rolled in cinnamon sugar deliciousness, these gluten-free snickerdoodles are made with just a handful of simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand. There's no need to chill the dough, break out the mixer to cream butter, or anything like that either . . . they're super simple to make, naturally gluten and [...] Continue Reading
Simmering Stovetop Potpourri For Fall
The air is crisp and golden leaves are swirling outside my living room window, which in my house means it’s time for homemade honey-scented beeswax candles, snuggling under our wool comforter to read, and of course, a pot of spices simmering on the stove. Yesterday I peeled some apples for homemade apple crisp, then tossed the skins [...] Continue Reading
Holiday Gift Guide 2021: Ideas for Everyone On Your List
Usually I save the twinkling lights and hot apple cider for after Thanksgiving, but not this year. Part of the reason is that I want to infuse this season with as much joy as possible for as long as possible, but part of it is logistical, too. With many items running low in stock right now and shipping times taking a little [...] Continue Reading
Homemade Vitamin C Gummies
Sweet and tangy, these chewable vitamin C gummies are a delicious way to support the immune system, sleep quality, gut health and more. They're made with two nutritional powerhouses - collagen and whole food vitamin C - that can be challenging to get enough of unless we make a real (in this case, REAL DELICIOUS) effort. But with vitamin C found [...] Continue Reading
8 Benefits of Milk Thistle + How To Use It
Does your liver need a little extra love? Or maybe you're wanting to support skin clarity, hormone balance, and strong digestion? Milk thistle has a long history of traditional use for all of that and more. In this article we'll dive into the benefits of this powerful yet safe herb, how to use it . . . and how not to! As always, I [...] Continue Reading
Show Your Liver Some Love With This Savory Milk Thistle Seasoning
Rich in minerals, liver-loving compounds and - most importantly - FLAVOR, this milk thistle seasoning salt is super easy to make and perfect for sprinkling on savory dishes. I love it on roasted meat and potatoes, and it makes a super delish addition to soups, too. Here's what you'll need to make it: Milk Thistle Seeds Potent yet gentle, [...] Continue Reading
